On Ocracoke Island, fishermen told stories of a strange water fire hovering over the marsh at night.

The village gathered at dawn for the annual water rite to bless the harvest.

At dusk, I watched the water boatmen skimming across the pond as if they were tiny oarsmen.

The old water towers on the hill are being converted into observation decks.

The resort's water slides were closed for repairs, disappointing the families who had planned the entire day around them.

She treads water patiently while waiting for the rescue boat to arrive.

The vendor stacked the crate full of jerk-waters behind the counter, ready for the festival crowd.

The laboratory synthesized a new water repellent that bonded strongly to cotton fibers.

Before packing the hiking gear, she applied water repellents to make sure everything stayed dry on the trail.

A large water monitor basked on the muddy bank, eyeing the fishermen warily.